Title: Katerina guest house - a quiet place near the Rila Monastey Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=98892102&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Katerina guest house - a quiet place near the Rila Monastey Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Katerina guest house - a quiet place near the Rila Monastey ![Exterior - Katerina guest house - a quiet place near the Rila Monastey (Kocherinovo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98900000/98892200/98892102/e69396bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Katerina guest house - a quiet place near the Rila Monastey (Kocherinovo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98900000/98892200/98892102/dc975612.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot - Katerina guest house - a quiet place near the Rila Monastey (Kocherinovo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98900000/98892200/98892102/6b15bab1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - Katerina guest house - a quiet place near the Rila Monastey (Kocherinovo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98900000/98892200/98892102/5c885a83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Katerina guest house - a quiet place near the Rila Monastey (Kocherinovo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98900000/98892200/98892102/bcd622f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Katerina Guest House, a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature's splendor. Enjoy the serene garden and sunny walkway with cherry trees. The spacious living room features a cozy fireplace, while the fully equipped kitchen is perfect for meal prep. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102153 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Katerina guest house - a quiet place near the Rila Monastey Katerina Guest House is a quiet and comfortable place with a magical garden and a beautiful sunny walkway with cherry trees. Depending on the season, the surroundings can inspire you for great adventures such as: hiking, trekking, horse riding, fishing, cycling, skiing, kayaking and paragliding. We will offer you excellent opportunities for recreating every season of the year. If you want to reserve for more than 2 people please send us message with request! Katerina guest house has a capacity of 8 people, which can accommodate in 4 comfortably furnished rooms. Two of the rooms have two single beds, the other two have a double bed and a sofa bed. For our youngest guests we also offer a baby cot. Each room has its own bathroom, wardrobe, bed, bedside tables, desk, luggage storage and seating area. We provide a set of towels and liquid soap / shampoo for each guest. The rooms have adjoining balconies with views of the river and the sunny garden. The coziness of each room is complemented by the beautiful scenery that can be seen around and the song of the birds. On the first floor there is a large living room with separate dining and relaxing area. There is a fully equipped kitchen (refrigerator with ice generator and dispenser for cold water, electric stove, hobs with hood, washing machine, electric kettle, coffee machine, toaster, dishwasher) with kitchen utensils for cooking and eating. The whole house has a central heating system and the wood fireplace will create a warm atmosphere and romance during the cold days. Additional convenience is the barbecue, where you can dine, relax or just enjoy the view that opens to the summer garden and the river. Katerina Guest House has free parking area, free Wi-Fi, a 52-inch TV with satellite programs, games and books are a small part of things you can enjoy. The closest popular attraction is the Stob Pyramids - a group of terrestrial pyramids that emerged as a natural rock phenomenon with a mythical history. Guest House KATERINA is located near one of the most visited sites of UNESCO for world cultural heritage - the monastery "St. Ivan Rilski", better known as the Rila Monastery. It is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria. From the path of guest house KATERINA, you can see the Kalin dam, located 2394 meters above sea level. It is the highest dam not only in Bulgaria but also on the Balkan Peninsula, where the view is just exquisite and definitely should be seen live! The Seven Rila Lakes are another world-famous natural attraction for tourists. They are located one above the other and are connected by small streams that form small waterfalls and cascades. Katerina Guest House is 8 km away. from the town of Blagoevgrad, where you can see Renaissance houses in the old Varosha neighborhood, the Historical Museum of the city, Zoo Park Blagoevgrad, Bachinovo Park, numerous shops, cafes and restaurants. Kartala, Bansko and Borovets are ski resorts located less than an hour's drive from the house. At Katerina guest house we offer transport and tour guide services such as organized picnics amidst nature, walking in the mountains, sightseeing. Restaurants, cafes and grocery stores: • Barakovo City Center (100m) • Kocherinovo (1 km) • Blagoevgrad (8 km) • Rila (city) (5 km) • Sofia - the capital of Bulgaria (90 km) Tourist attractions: • Stob Pyramids (3 km) • Rila Monastery (25 km) • Kartala Ski Resort (40 km) • Bansko Ski Resort (54km) • Borovets Ski Resort (75 km) • Sofia - capital of Bulgaria (90km) ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift - Well-lit path to entrance - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a village - In the mountains - On a river ### Things to do - Bicycles - Table tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 202559848 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Located in Kocherinovo, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Medi Valley Winery and Kartala Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stob Earth Pyramids and Bachinovo Park. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. [Visit our Kocherinovo travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kocherinovo.dx553248635964609285) [View more Holiday homes in Kocherinovo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kocherinovo-Private-Holiday-Homes.d553248635964609285-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.06591%2C23.06256&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jraU0ZWZwo23BVmPQL14Am-ED7s=) Kocherinovo, Kyustendil ### What's nearby - ![#LifeAtExpedia its nice to have a green park like this adjacent to the town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6253083/93dbda7a-839d-49df-aff2-0eb0b9741a5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bachinovo Park 18 min drive \- 8.2 miles - American University in Bulgaria 12 min drive \- 5.7 miles - History Museum 13 min drive \- 6.2 miles - Church of Vavedenie Presvetiya Bogoroditsi 13 min drive \- 6.2 miles - Church Vavedenie Bogorodichno 14 min drive \- 6.4 miles ### Getting around - Sofia (SOF) 85 min drive ### Restaurants - Bar Sheri 14 min drive - Restorant Bohemi 11 min drive - Паяка 12 min drive - Tadow Cocktail Lounge 13 min drive - Panoto Bar Kafe 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Katerina guest house - a quiet place near the Rila Monastey pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Katerina guest house - a quiet place near the Rila Monastey? ### What time is check-in at Katerina guest house - a quiet place near the Rila Monastey? ### What time is check-out at Katerina guest house - a quiet place near the Rila Monastey? ### Where is Katerina guest house - a quiet place near the Rila Monastey located? ## Have a question? 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